Dimensional Metal Surfaces

The Product

GAGE 78 Earth Metal™ Dimensional Surfacing is a highly dimensional and
extremely durable architectural surfacing designed
for use as feature walls, columns, dividing walls,
elevator interiors, ceilings and other innovative
architectural applications. Earth Metal is suitable
for both interior and exterior use.

The Earth Metal product is truly one of a kind.
The pattern depth and dimension can only be
achieved by the manufacturing process developed
for the product. Earth Metal panels are eight inch
wide modules available in lengths up to twenty
feet. The virtually seamless panel connections allow
for an uninterrupted visual flow between panels.
The product is manufactured entirely in Wisconsin
using state of the art facilities. Most designs are
protected by design patent or copyright.

The Aluminum Advantage

Aluminum is a very efficient and environmentally
friendly material. Over 70% of the aluminum
produced since 1880 is still in use today.
Aluminum is 100% recyclable and the recovery
of aluminum via recycling has been an important
part of the aluminum industry since the late
1960’s. In keeping with this sustainable strategy,
the scrap remaining from the Earth Metal
manufacturing process is returned to the mill and
melted for recycling. This process requires only 5%
of the energy used to originally produce aluminum
and helps to reduce our dependence on energy
and raw materials.

Earth Metal is produced from aluminum alloy
6063 which uses magnesium and silicon as
the alloying elements. Alloy 6063 is used for a
variety of architectural applications and is typically
produced with a smooth surface especially suited
for finishing. Earth Metal is tempered to a T5 level
that provides a tensile strength of 22,000 psi with
an ultimate yield strength of 16,000 psi. The finished product is a
tough and durable material.

Continuing A Tradition

Gage 78 shares common ownership with
Gage Architectural Products, an internationally
recognized leader in the design and manufacturing
of specialty metal architectural products since
1988. Like other Gage products, Earth Metal
is designed as a complete system. Thoughtful
development delivers a well-engineered product
with a focus on ease of installation. Time studies
on projects to date indicate that 40-70 SF of
material can be installed per man hour to the
properly prepared substrate such as ½-inch
plywood or studs 8 inches on center.

For technical reasons associated with color reproduction, the colors shown on this page give only an indication of color and finish.

Gage 78 Earth Metal™ is a trademark of Gage 78, Inc.

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